Magic vs. 76ers Props & Best Bets for Tonight

Tyrese Maxey's assist numbers could dip without Joel Embiid, but Jalen Suggs should have success from deep.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 5:47pm

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Our NBA betting expert breaks down the best player props and bets for the Magic vs. 76ers Play-In Tournament matchup, including Tyrese Maxey's assist total, Goga Bitadze's rebounding, and Jalen Suggs' 3-point shooting.

Why it matters

The 76ers have struggled on the glass and defending the 3-point line without Embiid, which could open up opportunities for Magic players like Suggs to exploit. Meanwhile, Maxey's assist numbers have dipped when Embiid has been out, making the under an enticing play.

The details

Tyrese Maxey has averaged 7.5 assists per game with Embiid in the lineup, but that number drops to 5.7 apg without the All-Star center. The Magic have also allowed the eighth-fewest assists per game in the NBA this season. Goga Bitadze has grabbed 7+ rebounds in four of his last five games, and the 76ers have allowed 47.0 rebounds per game over the last month without Embiid. Jalen Suggs has hit 2.6 threes per game at a 36.4% clip over his last 20 contests, and the 76ers have allowed the third-most 3-point attempts per game since the All-Star break.

  • The Magic face the 76ers in the NBA Play-In Tournament on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

The players

Tyrese Maxey

The Philadelphia 76ers' starting point guard, who leads the team in scoring and assists.

Jalen Suggs

The Orlando Magic's starting point guard, known for his 3-point shooting ability.

Goga Bitadze

The Orlando Magic's backup center, who has seen increased playing time and production towards the end of the regular season.

Joel Embiid

The Philadelphia 76ers' superstar center, who is sidelined for this game.

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What they’re saying

“Tyrese Maxey's assist numbers have fluctuated depending on whether or not Joel Embiid is in the lineup.”

— Rohit Ponnaiya, NBA Betting Expert

“The 76ers have struggled on the glass, especially when Embiid isn't in the lineup.”

— Rohit Ponnaiya, NBA Betting Expert

“Even without Embiid, the Sixers clog the paint on defense, which has led to them allowing 40.2 3-point attempts per game since the All-Star break — the third-highest number in the league.”

— Rohit Ponnaiya, NBA Betting Expert

What’s next

The winner of the Magic vs. 76ers Play-In game will advance to face the top seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs.

The takeaway

This game presents opportunities for Magic players to exploit the 76ers' defensive weaknesses without Embiid, particularly in the rebounding and 3-point shooting departments. However, Maxey's assist production could take a hit, making the under on his assist prop an intriguing play.